What does asbestos do to humans?

• <div><p>When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.</p></div>

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Q: What are the 4 categories of hazardous waste?

• <div><p>According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous waste is generally classified into four main categories:</p><p>1. <b>Characteristic Wastes</b>: These exhibit at least one of four hazardous traits: ignitability (flammable, like gasoline), corrosivity (can rust or decompose materials, like car batteries), reactivity (unstable and can explode, like aerosol cans), or toxicity (harmful when ingested, like lead-based paint).</p><p>2. <b>Listed Wastes</b>: These are specific wastes from manufacturing and industrial processes that the EPA has officially designated as hazardous. They include byproducts from processes that use solvents, pesticides, and other chemicals.</p><p>3. <b>Universal Wastes</b>: These are commonly generated hazardous items that are subject to streamlined regulations. Examples include batteries, pesticides, mercury-containing equipment (e.g., bulbs), and some lamps.</p><p>4. <b>Mixed Wastes</b>: This category includes waste that contains both hazardous and radioactive components, making it subject to regulation by both the EPA and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.</p></div>

Q: Can you scrape off old asbestos siding?

• <div><p>Scraping off asbestos siding is extremely dangerous. When asbestos is inert, it does not pose a risk, but once disturbed, the fibers enter the air that you breathe and can cause irreparable damage. Professionals may scrape it off, but they will have more protective equipment and specialized tools that most homeowners do not have on hand.</p></div>

Q: What steps are involved post-abatement?

• <div><p>Detailed cleaning, air quality testing, and proper disposal of hazardous materials.</p></div>

Q: Does having asbestos siding affect my home’s resale value?

• <div><p>If you are trying to sell a home with asbestos siding, most jurisdictions force you to disclose this in official documentation about the home. Some potential buyers may not want to purchase a home with asbestos siding, which could negatively affect their health if the siding becomes disturbed. However, as long as the siding is in good condition, some buyers may not see it as a disadvantage. You could take on the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-replace-asbestos-siding.htm">cost to replace asbestos siding</a> if you have concerns over this material affecting your home&rsquo;s resale value.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2026
Jose came to install our 2 HVACs he was very professional and hard working did a fantastic job of installing.Cleaned up any mess that he made and removed all old equipment. Ethan had to install different thermostats because the ones that came with the HVAC were not working to his liking. He...
Mission Accomplished Contracting, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2024
This company was extremely thorough and very professional in their work. my company primarily deals with asbestos abatement, have used the company on multiple jobs and look forward to work with him in the future my company primary deals with asbestos abatement.
Flex Environmental Consulting, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
They did an amazing job from start to finish and in a timely manner. They removed tile and baseboards through the entire house and replace it with amazing, beautiful LVP and brand new baseboards to match. I absolutely recommend them for everyone that needs flooring. Iâ ve seen their work at...
Prism Flooring LLC
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Reviewed in December 2021
Jorge and his crew responded quickly to my inquiry, showed up and did a fantastic job of removing my tree. Will hire them again in a heartbeat if the opportunity arises!
Maintenance & Gardening J and M
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Reviewed in February 2020
We had sun screen shades rescreened and adjusted the size for a better fit. The screens were well made but not made to size specifications. Therefore the fit was bad. Install was so bad that it had to be completely redone. Holes had to be filled and redrilled. Screens were not level and...
Premier Screens AZ
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Reviewed in January 2019
He did not do anything to confirm his diagnosis. I had already taken the dishwasher apart and ruled out a clog. He should have removed it from the cabinet and tested the part witha a current meter. his price to change out the part was 4xs more than the retail price of the part. And the part just...
Michel's Appliance Repair
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Reviewed in March 2018
Here is a review giving both the good and the not so good. I would absolutely use them again. They do very nice work. I already plan on using them for a second roof that needs replacing. The Pros: they are extremely quick when they start the roof. They had my old roof torn off and new roof up...
Capps Roofing
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Reviewed in October 2016
The following represents my experience with Above Standard Custom Painting, LLC from start to finish: 1) Owner arrived to provide exterior home painting estimate on time. 2) Estimate was professional/legible with all applicable charges listed individually with cost. 3) Owner personally...
Above Standard Custom Painting L.L.C
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Reviewed in April 2016
Hardworking & friendly, finished on time! Removed gravel & huge cactus, installed sprinklers, sod, planter retaining wall
Green World Landscapes
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Emmanuel Environmental, Inc

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Serving Laughlin, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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"From start to finish, Emmanuel Environmental, Inc. did the job with efficiency, care, respect and professionalism. Would definitely recommend."

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Serving Laughlin, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous waste is generally classified into four main categories:

1. Characteristic Wastes: These exhibit at least one of four hazardous traits: ignitability (flammable, like gasoline), corrosivity (can rust or decompose materials, like car batteries), reactivity (unstable and can explode, like aerosol cans), or toxicity (harmful when ingested, like lead-based paint).

2. Listed Wastes: These are specific wastes from manufacturing and industrial processes that the EPA has officially designated as hazardous. They include byproducts from processes that use solvents, pesticides, and other chemicals.

3. Universal Wastes: These are commonly generated hazardous items that are subject to streamlined regulations. Examples include batteries, pesticides, mercury-containing equipment (e.g., bulbs), and some lamps.

4. Mixed Wastes: This category includes waste that contains both hazardous and radioactive components, making it subject to regulation by both the EPA and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

Scraping off asbestos siding is extremely dangerous. When asbestos is inert, it does not pose a risk, but once disturbed, the fibers enter the air that you breathe and can cause irreparable damage. Professionals may scrape it off, but they will have more protective equipment and specialized tools that most homeowners do not have on hand.

When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.

Detailed cleaning, air quality testing, and proper disposal of hazardous materials.

If you are trying to sell a home with asbestos siding, most jurisdictions force you to disclose this in official documentation about the home. Some potential buyers may not want to purchase a home with asbestos siding, which could negatively affect their health if the siding becomes disturbed. However, as long as the siding is in good condition, some buyers may not see it as a disadvantage. You could take on the cost to replace asbestos siding if you have concerns over this material affecting your home’s resale value.

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